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Pope Leo is set to visit the “Land of Fires” in the first papal visit to a toxic waste-hit city in Italy. Meanwhile, we learn what to expect from Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on AI. And, a new AI project is bringing Pope Benedict XVI’s teachings to life.

Pope Leo addresses AI and Europe’s future in a meeting with EU bishops. Meanwhile, we learn how Catholics are being affected by the rising Ebola crisis. And, Lawmakers remain divided over the DOJ indictment of former President of Cuba Raúl Castro.

A friend of Pope Leo reacts to the viral story of the Pope’s customer service call. Meanwhile, Pope Leo was accompanied by a special guest at the weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square. And, Trump-backed candidates score key wins in primaries.

We remember Jacqueline Kennedy, the first Catholic First Lady, 32 years later. Meanwhile, an e.l.f. Cosmetics co-founder shares his journey toward becoming a Catholic priest. And 82 years later, the Battle of Monte Cassino draws thousands in prayer and remembrance.

Pope Leo XIV is set to release the first encyclical of his papacy on May 25. Meanwhile, thousands gather in D.C. to rededicate the United States to God. And, Pope Leo XIV meets youth, speaks on AI, and plans a trip to France.

We learn more about Rerum Novarum, the 135-year-old document by Pope Leo XIII that still shapes the Church today. Meanwhile, Trump pushes for progress on the case of Catholic political prisoner Jimmy Lai.

Pope Leo XIV visits the largest university in Europe, the university's first papal visit in decades. Meanwhile, Mississippi fights "abortion tourism" with a new support program for mothers. And, Republicans and Democrats clash on whether Sharia law poses a threat to the Constitution.

Forty-five years later, Pope Leo recalls the assassination attempt on JP II on the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. Meanwhile, the Vatican warns the Society of St. Pius X that the planned consecrations of bishops will lead to excommunications. And we learn what's driving China's crackdown on Christians.

A U.S. same-sex ministry group says criticism in a recent Vatican report is “false and unjust.” Meanwhile, Castel Gandolfo marks 400 years as the pope’s summer residence. And, President Trump heads to China for a critical summit.

Israeli soldiers have been jailed for desecrating a statue of the Virgin Mary. Meanwhile, we discuss key findings from the Pentagon’s release of never-before-seen UFO files. And, Pope Leo XIV addresses hantavirus and global crises during a busy weekend.

Pompeii and Naples welcome Pope Leo XIV on the anniversary of his election. Meanwhile, as we mark one year with the first American pope, we take a look at Pope Leo’s impact on the Church. And, the blood of St. Januarius liquefies in Naples ahead of Pope Leo’s visit

Pope Leo meets U.S. Secretary of State Rubio amid tensions with President Trump. Meanwhile, Pope Leo marks his first year as pontiff with a special Marian pilgrimage to Pompeii. And, the National Day of Prayer is observed at the U.S. Capitol.

28 new Swiss Guards were sworn in to protect the Pope in a centuries-old ceremony. Meanwhile, the Vatican finalized the itinerary for Pope Leo XIV’s journey to Spain. And, President Donald Trump weighed in ahead of Marco Rubio’s meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican.

Pope Leo addresses Church teaching on the use of force in self-defense. Meanwhile, thousands gather in Ireland for the annual March for Life. And, a new Catholic wedding website integrates faith into wedding planning.

Pope Leo elevates four priests to bishops to help lead Rome. Meanwhile, Pope Leo recognizes journalists who risked their lives reporting from war zones. And, with constant exposure to violence in the world, we learn whether it affects our capacity for compassion.